artistic apparel

Featuring a single stone of peridot that sparkles with green hues, this cocktail ring depicts the face of Saraswati. Hindu goddess of knowledge, wisdom, and art, Saraswati is depicted here by Indonesia's Komang Suastra, who carves her face by hand from bone, surrounding it with sterling silver dot and swirl motifs for an elegant and serene look.

Inspired by the revered pelinggih altars of Balinese temples and homes, these sterling silver dangle earrings by Budiharta capture a sense of devotion and artistry. The thoughtful blend of oxidized and polished finishes brings rich texture and depth, echoing the sacred craftsmanship of these worship sites. These remarkable accessories are a wearable tribute to Bali's spiritual heritage and intricate design traditions.

Ganesha sits on a lotus throne – a symbol of divinity. Carved by hand from suar wood, the Beloved Lord of Wisdom holds an axe and a lash to defend mankind from evil. Wayan Rendah portrays the beloved god, son of Siwa and Durga, two of the most powerful deities in the realm of Hindu belief. His clothing and human posture evoke a sense of nobility while his elephantine face speaks of kindness and generosity. Rendah's artistry gives a distintively Indonesian interpretation to Ganesha.

Facing each other, Sita proves her chastity to her husband surrounded by fire and a lotus flower, symbol of their divinity. Nyoman Indrawati Subrata of the Subrata Family details the monarchs with mesmerizing artistry as he carves the wall panel from crocodile wood. She finds inspiration in a passage from the Ramayana that tells how Rama begins to doubt Sita's loyalty after he has rescued her from the evil king. A loving wife, Sita offers to be set on fire to prove her innocence. Rama accepts and watches how, after the fire is consumed, Sita walks away unscathed, thus proving her love to him.

The artisan carries on the extraordinary art work of her late father, Nyoman Subrata.